The Papers: 'Burnham faces perilous race' and 'WHO declares Ebola emergency'
Summary
Andy Burnham is set to be Labour’s candidate in the Makerfield by-election but faces a tough race against Reform UK. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo an international health emergency.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham is likely confirmed as Labour’s candidate for the Makerfield by-election.
- Polls show Burnham only slightly ahead of Reform UK’s candidate in the contest.
- Some Labour members blame Wes Streeting for weakening Burnham’s position by raising Brexit issues.
- Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch and Lord Michael Gove oppose calls for the UK to rejoin the EU.
- Burnham now says he will focus on local issues and not push to rejoin the EU during the campaign.
- The World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a public health emergency of international concern.
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is under pressure amid possible leadership challenges within Labour.
- Other news includes police ending investigations into a disappearance case in Greece and preparations for England’s World Cup team’s comfort.
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